2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Holden Vectra

To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra.

Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 Holden Vectra
Make Jeep Holden
Model Grand Cherokee Vectra
Year Released 2000 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2683 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2650 mm


 

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